Zombie Gunship Survival news & patch notes

A new season is approaching, OPERATION: HOT ZONE! This new update arrives, bringing with it: - New Gunship Prototype Weapons - New Events Featuring Fresh Objectives and Limited-Time Rewards

Attention Airmen! Fight through the Objective Event, earn valuable rewards, and secure powerful deals!

Attention, Airmen! A new season has arrived, and with it comes a new T8 Prototype Rocket: the B8V20 Fulminator. Built to turn the battlefield into one massive trap zone, the Fulminator fires 13 rockets in a salvo, with each rocket placing a mine where it lands. The result is a deadly mix of electric, fire, gas, and pulling mines designed to stop, slow, burn, group, and punish the horde before it reaches your base. The Fulminator places: 4 Electric Mines 4 Fire Mines 4 Gas Mines 1 Pulling Mine Electric mines are marked with a blue trigger circle. They trigger in a 1.1 radius, hit in a 3.6 effect radius, deal 11x damage, and immobilize zombies for 1.2 seconds. Fire mines are marked with an orange trigger circle. They trigger in a 1.1 radius, hit in a 2.7 effect radius, deal 1.5x damage, and ignite the ground for 4 seconds, dealing 650% damage while slowing zombies by 30%. Gas mines are marked with a yellowish-green trigger circle. They trigger in a 1.1 radius, hit in a 3 effect radius, deal 1.5x damage, and release gas for 4.8 seconds, dealing 450% damage while slowing zombies by 20%. The pulling mine is marked in light purple and always lands in the middle of the salvo with perfect accuracy. It has a 4 trigger radius and a 5 effect radius, dealing 1.5x damage and pulling zombies for 7 seconds once triggered. The Fulminator rewards smart setup and battlefield control. Fire ahead of the horde, let the pulling mine group zombies together, then watch the electric, fire, and gas mines punish everything caught inside the trap zone. Refine the B8V20 Fulminator to unlock even more control: MK1 Reload -0.3s MK2 Damage +15% MK3 Battery Size +3 MK3 Spread +0.1 MK4 Reload -0.3s MK5 Damage +15% MK6 Battery Size +6 MK6 Spread +0.25 Fully refined, the Fulminator delivers faster reloads, stronger mine damage, increased battery size, and wider battlefield coverage. Deploy the B8V20 Fulminator, prepare the trap zone, and make the horde regret every step forward. Happy hunting, Airmen!

Attention, Airmen! Report in for a new Resurgence Event: Savage Legion. The horde is rolling in like a living wrecking crew. Detonating zombies are smashing through your defenses, tearing into your buildings, and turning every second into a fight for survival. And they are not coming alone. Bloaters are fueling the chaos, giving the swarm a brutal speed boost when they go down. At the center of it all stands the Herald of Savagery, a boss built to keep the legion alive with short bursts of total damage immunity. This is not a regular zombie push. This is a full-scale assault on your base. Get in the gunship, break their protection, and save your defenses before the Savage Legion tears everything apart.

Attention, Airmen! When things go sideways, we don’t bug out. We hit harder, keep our troops standing, and finish the job. Kim Yuna, our newest Assault Hero Soldier, joins the fight with Death Burst firepower and passive healing support to help your squad hold the line against the horde. Her signature weapon, the HK121 SEW, applies a Death Burst stack every 6th bullet. Take down a marked zombie and it goes out with a bang, dealing 300% damage per stack in a 2.3 radius. Kim Yuna also keeps your troops in the fight. Every 15 seconds, she heals all troops for 11% of their health over 0.5 seconds. Healing does not stack. Refine the HK121 SEW and make the horde regret showing up. Faster Death Burst More Frequent Healing The horde is coming in hot. Make sure it leaves in pieces.

Attention, Airmen! It’s time to celebrate the 4th of July the ZGS way: stars, stripes, firepower, and a whole lot of zombie-clearing action. New Assault Hero Troop Kim Yuna joins the fight with her signature HK121 SEW, bringing Combat Medic support, explosive Death Burst power, holiday deals, a new Objective Event, a new Resurgence Event, and plenty of rewards to chase. Ready to bring the fireworks and light up the horde?

Attention, Airmen! The Red Summer Event has arrived with a new Objective Event, limited-time Hot Deals, and fresh rewards to earn. Take on new challenges, push through the heat, and make every sortie count as you cut through the horde from above. Complete objectives, claim your rewards, and grab the deals before they disappear. Gear up and hit the skies!

A new season is approaching, OPERATION: LIBERTY STORM! This new update arrives, bringing with it: - New World's End campaign missions - New Assault Hero Soldier with Combat Medic specialty - New Gunship and Troop Prototype weapons - New events featuring fresh objectives and exclusive rewards

Attention Airmen, A new rocket is entering the arsenal. The CRV7 is built for Airmen who value control, target coverage, and smarter use of firepower. It can acquire up to 6 targets and distribute rockets across them, helping you pressure multiple threats before they reach your base. Each rocket also applies slow to damaged targets, giving your ground forces more time to hold the line when the horde starts closing in. This makes the CRV7 especially useful when you need wider battlefield coverage, better crowd control, and more breathing room during heavy engagements. Refinement pushes that value even further. At MK3, the CRV7 gains faster reload and stronger slow intensity, giving you more frequent launches and better control over advancing enemies. At MK6, it expands with more targets and a bigger battery, making it stronger for wider threat coverage and higher-pressure missions. Join our Discord server for the complete technical intel, community feedback, and more field-tested impressions from fellow Airmen.

Attention, Airmen! We’re celebrating the U.S. Army Birthday and Flag Day with the new Rising Force objective event, plus a brand new Standard weapon: the CRV7, an intelligent rocket pod built for players who like their targeting clean and their hordes slowed down. Jump into the event, complete new objectives, collect rewards, and check out limited-time deals on our Webstore.

Attention, Airmen! A new Prototype Weapon is entering the fight: the ZPU-1 EF, a Light Cannon built around fire, frost, and overheat payoff. The ZPU-1 EF gives Airmen a new dual-element weapon to chase, master, and bring into battle. Each shot can trigger a fire explosion, a frost explosion, or both at once, giving this Light Cannon strong battlefield control and serious damage potential against the horde. Fire explosions deal damage over a short duration, while frost explosions damage enemies and freeze them over the same duration. When both trigger together, the result is exactly what the undead deserve: a very bad day with no clear weather forecast. The weapon also builds residual heat. Every 3rd shot adds 10% residual heat, and that heat does not cool down passively. Keep firing, keep building pressure, and once the weapon overheats, the final bullet creates an Ember-Frost area. This Ember-Frost area stays active for a few seconds and deals heavy damage to enemies caught inside, turning the overheat moment into the ZPU-1 EF’s biggest battlefield payoff. Refining the ZPU-1 EF makes its elemental power even stronger through Elemental Detonation. At MK3, Elemental Detonation increases by 10%. At MK6, Elemental Detonation increases by 20%. That means stronger elemental explosions, better payoff from its fire and frost effects, and even more value for Airmen who push the weapon through its refinement path. The ZPU-1 EF will be available as a Seasonal Top 25 reward. Reaching the top takes strong runs, smart loadouts, and serious commitment, so prepare your best setup and fight for your place on the leaderboard. Good hunting, Airmen.

Attention, Airmen! We’re celebrating the 9th Anniversary of Zombie Gunship Survival with a brand new Sanctuary Event: Nine Cycles. Survivor groups are moving toward the sanctuary, but the route is collapsing fast. Enemy MG towers lock down the path, reinforced zombie waves keep growing stronger, and every cycle pushes the evacuation closer to breaking point. This is not just another rescue run. Warcry Hellbeasts drive nearby zombies into a faster frenzy, Enraged Heavy Titans become deadlier after taking heavy damage, the Elusive Hellhound covers the battlefield in smoke while healing the infected inside it, and the Goreclaw Hellbeast charges straight for your survivors while spawning even more danger with every attack. Clear the towers. Break the waves. Protect the groups through all nine cycles.

Attention, Airmen. Zombie Gunship Survival is celebrating 9 years in the skies, and we’re bringing the heat with new firepower, fresh challenges, and limited-time rewards. The new Heritage Weapon, V-2/A-4 UPH “Upheaval”, is ready to tear open the battlefield with craters, swarm control, and explosive chain reactions. A new Sanctuary event is dropping in with a fresh fight for survival and rewards worth gearing up for. Anniversary event objectives are live, giving you more ways to play, push progress, and stack rewards before the celebration wraps. Special anniversary deals are also locked and loaded, making this the perfect time to power up your arsenal. Whether you’ve been flying since day one or you’re jumping back into the fight, thank you for being part of 9 years of Zombie Gunship Survival. Get in, gear up, and don’t leave anniversary rewards on the table. Happy 9th Anniversary, Airmen. Here’s to more progress, more firepower, and more years in the skies. 🎉✈️🔥

Attention, Airmen! A new Heritage Weapon is entering the arsenal: V-2/A-4 UPH “Upheaval.” Upheaval is built for players who want more than direct impact damage. Each shot creates an extra explosion around the impact area, then leaves behind a crater that slows nearby zombies and pulls them inward while active. That crater is the key to getting the most out of the weapon. Place it where zombies are moving, let it group them together, then fire into the crater again to trigger another extra explosion. Used well, Upheaval turns one smart shot into a stronger follow-up and gives you more control over the swarm. With refinement, Upheaval becomes even more effective. It gains reduced heat per shot, increased damage, stronger crater slow potency, stronger crater pull force, improved cooldown, and at MK6, craters can be triggered twice. Upheaval is designed for Airmen who like timing, control, and chain reactions. It rewards smart placement instead of random firing, helping you slow the swarm, pull enemies together, and turn the battlefield in your favor.

9TH ANNIVERSARY UPDATE New update arrives, bringing with it: - Special Anniversary event - New sanctuary event - New prototype weapons - Fixed unintended camera zoom

Attention, Airmen! A new prototype napalm weapon is entering the fight. The T8 AK130 PCS “Pyroclasm” is built for players who want more than raw damage. This weapon is about control, timing, and turning enemy routes into repeatable kill zones. Pyroclasm creates a fire ring that damages and slows enemies caught inside it. Fire into the active ring to trigger burn explosions and build additional napalm flames around the area. Used well, it can help stop fast packs, delay heavy threats, and protect your squad when the horde starts pushing through tight routes. Weapon Highlights: 2 shots per trigger 0.6s reload Infinite ammo Creates a fire ring Enemies inside the ring take damage and are slowed Shots fired inside the ring trigger a burn explosion Shots fired inside the ring build extra napalm flames around the zone Refinement Benefits: At Mk3, Pyroclasm improves its battlefield control: Ring Slow Intensity +20% Ring Damage 300% At Mk6, it gains stronger sustained pressure: Mag Size +2 That means more time feeding the ring, more burn explosions, and more control over where the fight happens. Pyroclasm is not a fire-and-forget weapon. Place the ring where the horde is going, keep firing into the zone, and turn dangerous paths into burning traps. The AK130 PCS “Pyroclasm” will be available for top seasonal competitors, with additional deals available through the Webstore and In-Game Store.

Attention, Airmen! The FZ606 SEN "Serpens" is entering the battlefield. This intelligent rocket system auto-acquires multiple targets and fires bursts of rockets toward each one, helping you spread damage across the horde without needing to manually track every threat. The FZ606 SEN starts with 5 salvos and refills over time, giving you a steady flow of firepower throughout the mission. Every third rocket also carries a special payload, alternating between freeze and poison effects. Freeze helps slow the fight down when the horde gets too close, while poison keeps damaging enemies over time after impact. Together, they make the FZ606 SEN a strong choice for controlling crowded lanes, softening grouped enemies, and keeping pressure on the battlefield. Refine it further to increase scan radius, boost damage, add burst count, store more salvos, and eventually give each rocket its own special payload. Smart targeting. Area pressure. Freeze and poison payloads. The FZ606 SEN is ready for deployment.

Attention, Airmen! May Day Event is now live. Take on objectives, clear targets, and earn rewards through active play. You can also find limited-time deals in-game and on the webstore if you’re looking for extra value during the event. Complete the work. Claim the rewards. Keep pushing.

Get ready for a new game update, bringing with it: - New Gunship Weapon Prototype - New Time-Limited Event

Attention, Airmen! The dead keep piling into every lane, choking the field and pushing harder every second. When the swarm starts stacking up like that, there is only one thing to call in: the M115 GRD "Gravedigger". This T8 Apex Prototype Heavy Cannon is built to control the horde before it controls your run. Gravedigger uses an overheating system, and every shot freezes enemies for 0.6s, giving you breathing room the moment pressure starts building. Even after it overheats, you are not stuck waiting for a full reset. It can fire again once it cools to 50%, instead of making you wait all the way back to 0%. Its kill-based buffs are where it gets brutal. Kill 5 zombies with one shot, and the reticle turns light blue. Your next shot gets +50% damage and zero heat generation. Kill 15 zombies with one shot, and the reticle turns blue. Your next shot gets +110% damage, zero heat generation, and +50% radius. Kill 25 zombies with one shot, and the reticle turns dark blue. Your next shot gets +180% damage, zero heat generation, +50% radius, and spawns a proximity mine that pulls all zombies for 1 second in a radius of 4 when triggered. Refined power: At MK3, Gravedigger gains +16 RPM. At MK6, 40% fewer kills needed to trigger its buffs. If the horde wants to keep bunching up, let them. Get in game and put the Gravedigger to work.

Attention, Airmen! Salute the Air Force Reserve Birthday with a full payload of action! Take on event objectives and unlock big rewards. Hit the store for battle-ready deals.

Attention, Airmen! Easter is here with a brand new Sanctuary-style leaderboard event. Expect a fresh combat twist with Sniper Towers and zombie enemies that fight like turrets, forcing you to rethink your approach and adapt on the fly. Climb the leaderboard to earn the global rewards: M-55 SKS “Shockspire” as the primary reward F38 CRR “Crusher” as the secondary reward Commanders can also fight for the O/KB25-ECP in the local rankings. Lock in your loadout, take your shot, and happy hunting!

Attention, Airmen! When the horde starts breaking through, firepower alone won’t save you. You need control now, before the line collapses. The A70B 'PZ' Plaguezone Prototype Weapon turns panic into control. Each shot plants a proximity mine on impact, then punishes advancing zombies with a damaging gas cloud that slows for 5 seconds. It is built for swarm-heavy missions where control matters as much as damage. Push it to Mk3 to unlock 450% gas damage, then to Mk6 for +3 battery size and wider spread to blanket more of the battlefield in explosive pressure. More coverage. More control. Less breathing room for the horde.

Attention, Airmen! Hunt Harder This Easter. Limited-time deals, new firepower, and fresh objectives. A70B 'PZ' Plaguezone Dominate the New Sanctuary Leaderboard Don’t Miss the Easter Chain Offer Look for the winning egg. Each one hides mystery prizes and big rewards.

Get ready for a new season - OPERATION: LAST BREATH! New game update arrives, bringing with it: - New Gunship Weapons - New Sanctuary Event - New Seasonal Reward - Eggstravaganza Event - Air Force Strike Back Event

Attention, Airmen! The Equinox Festival is live. New objectives are up, the new L52-155 is part of the festival lineup, limited-time deals are in, and once they’re gone, they’re gone. Step in and unlock what’s waiting for you before the window closes. Will you lock it in, or let it slip away?

Attention, Airmen! Every infected zone we leave standing gives the dead more ground. Burn them out. Break their advance. Make way for humanity to rise again. This standard weapon brings relentless area denial with infinite ammo and intelligent napalm targeting. It automatically locks onto up to 3 enemy packs, prioritizes the densest groups, and launches 3 napalm projectiles to keep the pressure on where it matters most. At Mk3, it gains a bigger blast and burn area for even stronger crowd control. At Mk6, it upgrades to 4 targets and 4 projectiles, pushing its battlefield coverage even further. Are you ready to answer the call? Join our Discord for more info and enter the giveaway for a rare Level 40 version of this weapon.

Attention, Airmen! When the frontline starts to fold, only sustained fire can buy it back. The KAE20 "RPS" Ripsaw Prototype Weapon is built to do exactly that. This mag-based autocannon applies a stacking slow with every shot for 2 seconds, making it easier to keep advancing enemies under control. Its real spike starts on reload. When the Ripsaw reloads, it triggers Power Surge for 8 seconds. During that time, it gains 100% more damage, 300 extra RPM, and each shot applies a stacking bleed that deals 200% damage over 2 seconds. Reapplying that bleed refreshes the duration of existing stacks. As Power Surge continues, bullet radius also increases by 0.65% every second, making the weapon even more effective against packed groups. That gives the Ripsaw a simple pattern: hold the wave in place first, then hit harder once Power Surge begins. It is built for sustained pressure, dense lanes, and situations where you need both control and damage in the same weapon. At Mk3, Power Surge Duration +2s extends the weapon’s strongest window, giving you more time to capitalize on the reload cycle. At Mk6, Power Surge Effects +30% strengthens that window even further, making the weapon’s core payoff more impactful once the surge starts. For more information, join us on Discord

Get ready for a new season - OPERATION: NEW HORIZON! New game update arrives, bringing with it: - New Player's Division: Commanders - New Gunship Weapons - Green River Event - Equinox Festival - Various optimizations and bug fixes Hotfix: fixed a crash that occurred on some devices when launching the game with headphones connected.